Economics of Spongeworthiness: An Option Value Problem

A Princeton economist has devised a formula for a classic sitcom paradox.

South Park Muhammad Episodes Get Emmy Nomination

Muhammed may be in a bear suit, but he still got an Emmy nomination.

25% Of Americans Don’t Know What Independence Day Is All About

Another depressing poll demonstrating American historical ignorance.

Wonder Woman Gets New Costume

After 69 years fighting crime in a star-spangled bathing suit, Wonder Woman will get a super hero costume.

Rue McClanahan Dead at 76

The actress best known for her role as Blanche Deveraux on “The Golden Girls” has died of a stroke.

Liz Lemon Ugly

Corey Haim Dead at 38

Action Comics #1 Sells for Million Dollars

When I started collecting the books, back in early 1977, copies of Action #1 were available for something like $3500. 

Not Your Daddy’s Oscar

Scorpions Break Up

Stewart on Olbermann

Marvel Sues to Keep Spider-Man, X-Men Copyrights

Marvel Comics is suing the estate of its second most famous figure in order to keep the rights to its most lucrative properties.